This report is intended to assist buyers of synthetic resins. Synthetic resins, also commonly known as plastics, are man-made resins that harden when initially exposed to heat or pressure. Synthetic resins come in two main types: thermoset plastics and thermoplastics. Thermoset plastics are irreversibly cured, which means that unlike thermoplastics, they cannot be reheated and melted into different shapes once set into a solid state. Common buyers of synthetic resins include manufacturers and construction companies. Buyers can purchase synthetic resins from chemical and petroleum companies, in addition to wholesalers. This report excludes natural resins.

AT A GLANCE

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

PRICE ENVIRONMENT

Price Fundamentals

Price Drivers

Recent Price Trend

Price Forecast

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

Product Life Cycle

Total Cost of Ownership

Product Specialization

Related Goods

Substitute Goods

Regulation

Quality Control

SUPPLY CHAIN & VENDORS

Supply Chain Dynamics

Competitive Environment

Market Profitability

Switching Cost

PURCHASING PROCESS

Buying Basics

Key RFP Elements

NEGOTIATION STATISTICS

BUYER POWER SCORE COMPONENTS

JARGON & GLOSSARY

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